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#23 of 100 private schools in NM

Top 22% of private schools

Albuquerque Christian School

Elementary School

4931 MCLEOD RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Private

Enrollment

81

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Mexico private schools

#23 of 100

In Albuquerque

#8 of 42

public schools

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Albuquerque Christian School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Albuquerque · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Albuquerque Christian School

Albuquerque Christian School is a private elementary school in Albuquerque, NM. Albuquerque Christian School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Albuquerque Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 100 private schools in NM.

How it compares1.1 pts above NM schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NM avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Albuquerque Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Albuquerque Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Albuquerque Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Albuquerque Christian School compares to 164 public schools serving similar grades in Albuquerque, NM

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
81
This School
vs
381
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 34.6% vs 0%
Black 2.5% vs 0%
Albuquerque Christian School Albuquerque Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Albuquerque Christian School (this school) 7.3
THE GREAT ACADEMY 4.8
ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL 7.3
GOV BENT ELEMENTARY 3.7
ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY 5.4
HODGIN ELEMENTARY 4.9
MCKINLEY MIDDLE 4.8
DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL 8.4
CLEVELAND MIDDLE 6.4
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 9.4
BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY 3.0
MISSION AVENUE ELEMENTARY 3.6
EXPLORE ACADEMY 8.7
COMANCHE ELEMENTARY 5.7
ZUNI ELEMENTARY 4.5
NEW FUTURES HIGH SCHOOL 7.2
ECADEMY K-8 8.2
ECADEMY 6.0
EDMUND G ROSS ELEMENTARY 7.1
21ST CENTURY PUBLIC ACADEMY 9.0
OSUNA ELEMENTARY 6.5

Showing 20 of 164 schools. View all schools in Albuquerque

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NM.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,270.2
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 57%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Enrollment 81
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NM

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.3%
Hispanic 34.6%
Two or More 7.4%
Black 2.5%
Native American 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4931 MCLEOD RD NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Albuquerque Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ALBUQUERQUE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.0 mi 8.1
THE GREAT ACADEMY Albuquerque 0.4 mi 4.8
DEL NORTE HIGH Albuquerque 0.5 mi 4.8
NEX GEN ACADEMY Albuquerque 0.5 mi 8.8
EVANGEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Albuquerque 0.6 mi 5.0
ACES TECHNICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Albuquerque 0.6 mi 7.3
GOV BENT ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 0.8 mi 3.7
HEALTH LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.1 mi 4.8
DESERT WILLOW FAMILY SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.3 mi 8.4
MCKINLEY MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.2 mi 4.8
ARROYO DEL OSO ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.2 mi 5.4
HODGIN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.2 mi 4.9
CLEVELAND MIDDLE Albuquerque 1.3 mi 6.4
BEL-AIR ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.5 mi 3.0
CONGREGATION ALBERT EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Albuquerque 1.4 mi
NEW MEXICO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Albuquerque 1.4 mi 9.4
EXPLORE ACADEMY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 8.7
ZUNI ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 2.0 mi 4.5
MISSION AVENUE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.7 mi 3.6
COMANCHE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque 1.8 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 87109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,295

Median Home Value

$298,300

Median Rent

$1,112/mo

Population

39,323

College Educated

42.2%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.1%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DIXON ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM 7.3
HOLMAN ELEMENTARY Mora, NM 7.3
Isleta Elementary School Albuquerque, NM 7.3
MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe, NM 7.2
MOUNTAINAIR ELEMENTARY Mountainair, NM 7.2
RESERVE ELEMENTARY Reserve, NM 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Albuquerque Christian School

What grades does Albuquerque Christian School serve?

Albuquerque Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Albuquerque Christian School?

Albuquerque Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Albuquerque Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Albuquerque Christian School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Albuquerque Christian School rank in NM?

Albuquerque Christian School ranks #23 of 100 private schools in NM.

What is Albuquerque Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Albuquerque Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Albuquerque Christian School a private school?

Yes, Albuquerque Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Church of Christ affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Albuquerque Christian School a religious school?

Albuquerque Christian School has a Church of Christ religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
81
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Church of Christ
School Day
7.3 hours
Days Per Year
174 days
Setting
Large City
County
Bernalillo County

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